Identifying a Mystery Orange-Trumpet Shrub in Eastern NC

Description and Likely Match

4–5 ft rounded shrub, dark green leaves, dozens of dark orange-red trumpet flowers. Seen at four homes on one road.

Probable ID: Abelia Cultivar

Abelia × grandiflora cultivars (e.g., 'Kaleidoscope', 'Rose Creek') match the description. Not rare—widely sold.

Best Next Step

Visit local nurseries to compare. Or knock on a neighbor's door—gardeners love to share plant names.